1901. hagig

Lexicon

hagig: Meditation, murmuring, musing

Original Word: הָגִיג
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: hagiyg
Pronunciation: hah-GHEEG
Phonetic Spelling: (haw-gheeg')
Definition: Meditation, murmuring, musing
Meaning: a murmur, complaint

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

meditation, musing

From an unused root akin to hagah; properly, a murmur, i.e. Complaint -- meditation, musing.

see HEBREW hagah

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
a whisper, musing, murmuring
NASB Translation
groaning (1), musing (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

הָגִיג noun [masculine] murmuring (Che), whisper, musing (on form compare Ba^{NB 136}) — only suffix הֲגִיגִי

1 Psalm 5:2 ׳בִּינָה ה understand my murmuring (whispering, faint utterance), addressed to ׳י.

2 Psalm 39:4 בַּהֲגִיגִי in my musing i.e. while I was musing.

הַגֻּדְגֹּ֫דָה see below גדד p. 151.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb הָגָה (Hagah), which means to murmur, meditate, or ponder.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G2906 (κενόδοξος, kenodoxos), which means vain or empty glory. While not a direct translation, it shares a thematic connection in terms of expressing dissatisfaction or vanity, often leading to murmuring or complaints. The Greek term emphasizes the futility and emptiness of such expressions, aligning with the Hebrew understanding of הָגִיג as a negative and unproductive behavior.

Usage: The word הָגִיג is used in the context of expressing a complaint or murmuring, typically in a negative sense. It is not frequently found in the Hebrew Bible, indicating a specific and nuanced usage.

Context: • The Hebrew term הָגִיג (Hagig) is a noun that captures the essence of murmuring or complaining, often in a subdued or under-the-breath manner. This term is rooted in the verb הָגָה (Hagah), which encompasses a range of meanings from murmuring to meditating. The act of murmuring, as captured by הָגִיג, is typically associated with dissatisfaction or discontent, reflecting an internal or external expression of grievance.
• In the biblical context, murmuring is often seen as a negative behavior, indicative of a lack of faith or trust. It is a subtle yet potent form of rebellion against divine providence or leadership. The use of הָגִיג in scripture underscores the importance of maintaining a spirit of gratitude and trust, even in challenging circumstances.
• The concept of murmuring is addressed in various biblical narratives, where the Israelites, for example, are depicted as murmuring against Moses and God during their wilderness journey. Such behavior is often met with divine displeasure, highlighting the spiritual and communal consequences of unchecked complaints.

Forms and Transliterations

בַּהֲגִיגִ֥י בהגיגי הֲגִֽיגִי׃ הגיגי׃ ba·hă·ḡî·ḡî bahagiGi bahăḡîḡî hă·ḡî·ḡî haGigi hăḡîḡî

Englishman's Concordance

Psalm 5:1
HEB: יְהוָ֗ה בִּ֣ינָה הֲגִֽיגִי׃
NAS: O LORD, Consider my groaning.
KJV: O LORD, consider my meditation.
INT: LORD Consider my groaning

Psalm 39:3
HEB: לִבִּ֨י ׀ בְּקִרְבִּ֗י בַּהֲגִיגִ֥י תִבְעַר־ אֵ֑שׁ
NAS: within me, While I was musing the fire
KJV: within me, while I was musing the fire
INT: my heart within was musing burned the fire

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 1901
2 Occurrences

ba·hă·ḡî·ḡî — 1 Occ.
hă·ḡî·ḡî — 1 Occ.